How long does it take for a tooth infection swelling to go down, after starting antibiotics?
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How long does it take for a tooth infection swelling to go down, after starting antibiotics?
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Dr. Donald Blair
Dentistry
In brief: I day to 1 week
If you have the correct antibiotic it can be very quick.
With the wrong antibiotic it will take a long time. Amoxicillin is good for approximately 75% of the bacteria. Adding Metronidazole (flagyl) takes that up to 99%. Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) also gets 99% of the bacteria.
In brief: I day to 1 week
If you have the correct antibiotic it can be very quick.
With the wrong antibiotic it will take a long time. Amoxicillin is good for approximately 75% of the bacteria. Adding Metronidazole (flagyl) takes that up to 99%. Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) also gets 99% of the bacteria.
Dr. Donald Blair
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Dr. Josephine Ruiz-Healy
Pediatrics
In brief: 24 to 48 hours
You should notice an improvement within 48 hours.
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Dr. Jai Prakash
Dentistry
In brief: It depends
It depends on severity of infection and the type of bacteria involved in the infection.
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